Pavithra Fernando elected new SL Rugby President

Thursday, 9 October 2025 04:24 - - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

By Shamseer Jaleel

Former Royal, CR & FC, and national player Pavithra Fernando was appointed as the President of Sri Lanka Rugby (SLR) at their Annual General Meeting (AGM) yesterday.

Former Antonian and CR & FC rugby player Shanitha Fernando was appointed as the Deputy President, while former Thurstan and Air Force rugby player Subash Jayathilake will be the Secretary of SLR.

Former Police skipper Chinthaka Perera took over the Vice President’s post.

Office bearers for 2025/2026:

President Pavithra Fernando; Deputy President Shanitha Fernando; Vice President Chinthaka Perera; General Secretary Subash Jayathilake; Treasurer Neomal Ekanayake; Female Representative Thilini Rangani, and Athlete Representative Stephan Gregory.